1989 Ford Tempo vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 665 kg more than 1989 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Tempo | M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
